2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Patrol | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Patrol | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2662 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |